Bitter Jester Music Fest Application

The 2024 Bitter Jester Music Fest Application Begins Here...
$2,000 GRAND PRIZE!!

$1,000 Runners-Up • $500 Honorable Mention

Prize money genersouly donated by First Bank of Highland Park. Select bands & solo performers will receive an Elmore Pedal!

Click here for more info about prizes & eligibility.
Early Deadline: Fri, March 15, 2024 (11:59 pm CST)

Deadline: Mon, April 22, 2024 (11:59 pm CST)

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This year's preliminary competitions are June 7, 8, 14, and 15. The Grand Finale will be on Sat, June 29.

THE ONLY APPLICATION REQUIREMENT is that at least half the members of the submitting band must be 21 or younger. Bands and Solo Artists are welcome to apply! Contact us with questions.

Note: It's best to apply on a computer vs your phone (you'll need to upload files).
ENTER YOUR INFORMATION:
Band/Soloist Name:*
Primary Email:*
Your Name:*
State/Province Represented:*
I am a ...*
Please specify:*
How did you hear about us?*

I'm a Previous EntrantAnother Band Told MeInstagramFacebookVal's halla RecordsSchool/TeacherFamily MemberTV/RadioNewspaper/PublicationOther
Which Band(s)?*
Which School/Teacher?*
Which Stations/Shows?*
Which Paper/Publication(s)?*
(other) I heard about the Bitter Jester Music Fest from:*
What other bands/performers might like to apply?*
Please include social media tags/websites if you know them!
Are at least half your performers 21 or younger?*

Yes, at least half of us are 21 or younger right nowNo, most of us are over 21
Let us know that you're a carbon-based life form:*
Next you'll upload media, answer Q's about your band (or yourself, if a solo performer), and pay your application fee.

If you don't see an orange "Continue..." button below, double check to make sure you've answered all the Q's above.

When you hit "Continue" you'll be sent an intial confirmation email to the address listed above. This will provide you with a link to continue your application later, if you wish.

Once you submit your complete application you will receive a *second* confirmation email.
While you apply, why not listen to Live at Bitter Jester, vol. 01! We'll be recording vol. 03 this summer and you could be on it!
2023 Bitter Jester Music Fest Team
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